The Genius Life 485: The Top 5 Longevity Secrets Backed by Science (Start Today!) | Shawn Stevenson
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Apr 30, 2025 AI Snips
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Microbiome Diversity Boosts Longevity
- Gut microbiome diversity strongly correlates with longevity and lower inflammation levels.
- Eating a wide variety of foods nurtures this diversity, feeding the microbes essential for health.
Eat Diverse Plants Daily
- Increase microbiome diversity by consuming 10 to 20 different plant inputs regularly.
- Try new seasonal produce and vary your diet beyond the usual staples to enrich your gut bacteria.
Social Bonds Double Lifespan
- Quality social bonds reduce all-cause mortality by about 50%.
- Human connection is more impactful on lifespan than obesity or exercise according to a large meta-analysis.